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Turneffe FlatsvsMata Rocks Resort
Both hotels are rated highly by professional reviewers. On balance, Mata Rocks Resort scores marginally higher than Turneffe Flats. Mata Rocks Resort comes in at #21 in Belize with endorsements from 3 publications like Fodor's, Lonely Planet and Oyster.
Turneffe Flats
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
Frommer's Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Turneffe Atoll, Turneffe Island, Belize
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Pool
Fodor's "The sound of the surf is the only night noise at this smart, red-roofed resort, where you'll commune with others who love fishing and other water activities as much as you do." Full review
Travel + Leisure "This eco-tourism resort is known for some of the best saltwater fishing, diving, and snorkeling in Belize's largest marine reserve in the Caribbean"
Frommer's "This is a superbly run fishing resort geared toward dedicated flat-water fly-fishing. Everything here is simple, yet luxurious...rooms are all beachfront and housed in a couple of long, low buildings" Full review
Frommer's "Located on a tiny private caye at the southern tip of the Turneffe Island Atoll, this is the swankiest outfit on the outer atolls" Full review
Lonely Planet "Although its principal fame is as a fishing retreat with expert guides, this Blackbird Caye lodge also offers excellent dive trips that are less crowded than at other resorts." Full review
Mata Rocks Resort Fodor's
Oyster Lonely Planet
45 Coconut Drive, PO Box 47, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize
From $165/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Smoking Rooms
Fodor's "The squeaky-clean rooms at this intimate, midlevel hotel right on a nice stretch of beach, about a 30-minute walk or 10-minute bike ride from town, have sea views and breezes." Full review
Oyster Mid-Range
"Mata Rocks Resort is a mid-range property located on the southern end of Ambergris Caye, about a 10-minute golf cart ride from San Pedro Town." Full review
Lonely Planet "Modern and minimalist, this intimate 17-room hotel features contemporary design with hardwood or tile floors, stucco walls and high ceilings." Full review
